Your Cabin in the Woods

For dreamers of escaping to a cozy cabin in the great outdoors, Your Cabin in
the Woods is a classic work that not only makes this a reality, but also
imparts a deeper appreciation of nature and homebuilding.

Author Conrad E. Meinecke has been writing about living the simply life in the
wilderness for over 70 years with Your Cabin in the Woods and Cabin Craft and
Outdoor Living. For the first time, these books are combined into a deluxe
two-color vintage package.

In prose both practical and inspirational, Meinecke details how to turn your
cabin dream into a reality, such as choosing land, using tools, and the basics
of construction. He provides hand-drawn floor plans for a variety of cabins,
from a simple two-room to a more complex long house; the best way to build
fireplaces, both indoors and out; and instructions for basic furniture,
lighting, and other touches that make a cabin feel like home. Throughout are
Meinecke's thoughts on ways to enjoy your new-found space, from hearty
fireplace recipes to the types of wood for a perfect fire and the beauty found
in birdsong.

Instructional as it may be, the book's enduring appeal owes in large part to
its warmly engaging tone and firm belief in the restorative power of nature
and the satisfaction of hard work. He writes, "Take full enjoyment in the
building. Take time out to rest. Most city folks seem always to rush things
through. Why? Lay off until tomorrow. Take an afternoon nap. Stop the clock
for the weekend. Get off to an early start in the cool of tomorrow morning.
You may be crowded in your work in town, but this should be your rest cure,
your recreating."